1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 173 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Aurelia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
